Build self-worth in seven days

7 days 7 ways: We all deserve a healthy sense of self-worth, and what's more, we can all attain it.

Respect yourself more and see the difference in your work, health and relationships.

Monday

Don't compare yourself to others. So much of our culture is frenetic and false, so it's crazy to measure yourself against other crazy people - it leads to anxiety and stress. Make your own rules: not in a reactive way but just say, "I need to find what works for me and let others do whatever they need."

Tuesday

Be self-caring. Treat yourself as if you're worthy of being treated well. Find your own pace in life - don't rush and don't force things. Tune in to what works for you and learn how to nurture yourself. Treat yourself with gentleness: move gently and breathe gently. Feel how much your body appreciates this.

Wednesday

Let go of negative emotions. Ask yourself, "Who pressured me to be something other than who I really am?" From whom did you not receive the love and nurturing you wanted? Process these issues: if you don't they will run you unconsciously and stop you reaching your full potential.

Thursday

Be consciously present in everything you do: don't live on automatic. If you aren't present, you diminish your own life force and end up depressed. Ask yourself, "Where have I sold out? Where have I given up? When did I last feel real, alive or full of wellbeing?" Make changes. Put yourself back into your life.

Friday

Attitude to life makes all the difference. If you only work to receive accolades or financial gain, you will feel empty and worthless. You may try hard yet still come up feeling inadequate. If you are genuine, respectful and want to make a difference, something inside you will then feel right.

Saturday

Take the time to find out what's worthwhile to you. Ask yourself, "What do I value and love?" You'll find life is about contribution, not accumulation. It isn't about being a martyr but it is about making what you do mean something. Find your inspiration and let this guide you. This will generate self-respect.

Sunday

Focus and develop a connection to your soul. Let this inner fire guide you. Without it you're empty and just go through the motions: you fill the emptiness with substances such as alcohol or food, distract yourself with work or avoid the truth by getting lost in drama. Come back to the truth inside yourself.

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